dignity
a state of being worthy of respect and honor
women
the kind of human being whose body is organized around the potential to generate new life within
virtue
habitual and firm disposition to do good
generosity
giving not only because we have extra or leftovers, but giving when there is a true cost to us and expecting nothing in return
temperance
moderates the attraction of pleasures and provides balance in the use of created goods
faith
conviction that all God has revealed through Sacred Scripture and Tradition is true
faith
the power by which we desire the Kingdom of Heaven as our happiness, placing our trust in Christ's promises and relying not on our own strength, but on the grace of the Holy Spirit.
love
to will the good of the other
fortitude
ensures firmness in difficulties and constancy in the pursuit of the good
humility
awareness that all one’s gifts come from God and appreciation for the gifts of others
prudence
perfects our intellect and allows us to judge correctly
justice
give to others what is due to them
docility
a willingness to be taught
gratitude
makes us aware and appreciate the gifts we receive each day
divine providence
God’s work in creation to bring about good
jael demonstrates
a strength and zeal when certain of God’s calling
Deborah embodies
strength, independence, and right judgment
Deborah demonstrates
a receptivity to the voice of God and how that gift can be shared with others
Barak and Deborah’s relationship show us
the complementary nature of men and women
Tithing and stewardship
we give back to God as an acknowledgement that He is the source of our abundance.